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David W. Murhammer is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at the University of Iowa's College of Engineering. He has been a faculty member since 1989 and is actively engaged in research at the intersection of biochemical engineering and cellular biotechnology. He also serves as a Researcher at the Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing and as an Investigator at the Environmental Health Sciences Research Center.
- PhD, Chemical Engineering, University of Houston, 1989
- MS, Chemical Engineering, Oregon State University, 1982
- BS, Chemistry, Oregon State University, 1979
His primary research interests include insect cell culture, oxidative stress in bioprocessing, continuous baculovirus bioinsecticide production, and the application of sensors in bioreactor control. His work explores the physiological responses of insect cells under biotechnological production conditions, particularly focusing on carbon dioxide inhibition and stress responses during viral infection.
Although no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his long-standing research program suggests sustained contributions in biochemical engineering, particularly in the use of insect cell-baculovirus systems for sustainable pest control and protein expression. His work bridges fundamental cell physiology with industrial bioprocess optimization.
Dr. Murhammer is a member of several leading scientific societies, including:
- American Association for the Advancement of Science
- American Chemical Society
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers
- American Society for Engineering Education
- Society for Free Radical Biology and Medicine
He advises graduate students in chemical and biochemical engineering and contributes to research funding and academic leadership within his department. His lab is likely involved in experimental bioprocessing, sensor integration, and cell line development, though specific team details are not provided. He is also known for his educational contributions, including a video on laboratory safety in chemical and biochemical engineering.
